Chalet “Les Deux Cerfs”

Architect Flávia Ducros-Bourdens has completely redesigned the “Les Deux Cerfs” chalet in the middle of the Jardin Alpin forest, artfully combining architecture, interior design, and décor. The well-thought-out overall concept includes the Dornbracht classic VAIA, designed by Sieger Design.

Modern Alpine architecture: “Les Deux Cerfs” – meaning “The Two Deer” – is in Courchevel, France, on the edge of a ski slope. For her reinterpretation of the typical mountain chalet, architect Flávia Ducros-Bourdens completely rebuilt the original building. Only the outer walls were retained, and the roof was raised to create a more open spatial structure. The result, covering 800m², draws on traditional Alpine construction methods and complements them with contemporary accents, such as clearly structured privacy screens, high glass fronts, and a natural stone façade with star-like points of light. The rustic Alpine architecture is thus transformed into modernity without losing any of its charm and character.

A sophisticated total work of art: Inside, the entrance area offers an initial highlight: a ceiling composed of geometric mirror fragments that reflect the surrounding mountain panorama. The adjoining living and dining area is no less impressive. The imposing room, up to six metres high, unfolds beneath a translucent wooden ceiling structure. The interior, with its cream-coloured upholstered furniture and carpets, is full of details – including huge, cloud-like pendant lights and a fireplace clad in an expressive ceramic mosaic. The multitude of coordinated reliefs and patterns and the nuanced interplay of materials give the entire design an artistic character. Architecture, interior, and décor merge to form a sophisticated total work of art.

Harmoniously integrated fittings: The other rooms also give the impression of being organically interwoven – from the bedrooms to the pool and sauna area to the bathrooms. The muted colour palette stylishly matches the surrounding mountain scenery and evokes associations with snow-covered forests and barren rock. In the bathrooms, the natural stone is particularly striking: its distinctive grain is subtly complemented by VAIA from Dornbracht on the washbasin and in the shower, with the Brushed Dark Platinum finish harmonising discreetly with the dark glass basins. As a freestanding version, the fitting also forms an elegant ensemble with the black bathtub. The children's bathroom proves that VAIA also goes well with playful style elements: here, the design classic in Brushed Dark Platinum can be seen with white washbasins – skilfully complimenting the wallpaper with dog drawings.